Our women’s intensive outpatient program (IOP) in Marin County, CA, provides structured addiction treatment. Heal from substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions without stepping away from daily life.
Our intensive outpatient program (IOP) provides structured outpatient addiction treatment for women 18 and older. This level of care suits clients who no longer need the daily intensity of a partial hospitalization program (PHP) but still benefit from consistent outpatient support and clinical oversight. IOP typically follows after ~30 days of PHP as part of a three- to six-month continuum of care that adjusts to each woman’s healing milestones.
Sessions run three days a week for three hours each, totaling nine clinical hours per week, giving women enough clinical contact to maintain momentum while managing daily responsibilities. Our licensed clinicians and staff in long-term recovery lead every session, bringing professional training and lived experience into the room. A small client-to-staff ratio remains a priority throughout IOP, so each client receives direct, individualized attention.
The staff applies dual diagnosis principles, treating substance abuse alongside co-occurring disorders such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, or depression together rather than in isolation. This balanced structure gives women room to practice real-world recovery skills and process everyday triggers. Our programs allow them to heal while maintaining personal, professional, or family responsibilities.
As a trusted provider of substance abuse treatment in Marin County, we know no two recovery journeys look the same. Our approach adapts to fit each woman rather than the other way around. From clinical care to holistic practices, every part of our gender-specific treatment works together to help women build genuine self-awareness and a life beyond addiction, not just abstinence.
We believe healing involves the whole person, not just the symptoms of substance use disorders. Our treatment model addresses the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects of recovery. Evidence-based care, mindfulness practices, experiential therapies, and wellness-focused programming all work together to support this approach.
From PHP and IOP to outpatient treatment, each level of care is designed to build on the last. Progress made in one stage carries directly into the next. As women approach the end of treatment, planning shifts toward securing outside resources, relapse prevention, and transitional support. We help coordinate continued care and outside resources to support long-term recovery.
Women leave with a deeper sense of self-worth and the practical life skills needed to manage daily responsibilities, return to school, or re-enter the workforce with confidence. Our goal extends past sobriety alone, helping each woman reintegrate into her family, career, education, and community as someone she recognizes and respects.
Substance use disorders are often shaped by trauma, relationships, or societal pressures that are rarely addressed in mixed-gender settings. Treating women separately creates space for these experiences to surface without the added dynamic of gender-based judgment or distraction. Our programs create space to heal alongside women who share similar experiences, with group and individual therapy grounded in safety, trust, and mutual support.
Recognizing that many women enter recovery carrying unresolved trauma, every treatment is planned around her unique history, needs, and goals. Our clinical team combines trauma-informed modalities like EMDR with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and individual counseling. The center offers a haven to heal without judgment or re-traumatization.
Loved ones are welcomed into the recovery process through family education and, when appropriate, family therapy sessions that build understanding and repair strained relationships. Women build lasting connections through peer support, 12-Step communities like Alcoholics Anonymous, and an active alumni network that keeps them engaged after they complete treatment.
An intensive outpatient program (IOP) is a structured level of addiction and mental health treatment that provides rigorous clinical support without requiring overnight residential stays. Clients attend evidence-based therapy sessions multiple days a week while continuing to live at home. This structure lets them process real-world triggers and practice new coping skills in real time. IOP bridges the gap between full-time residential treatment or day programs and independent living, supporting safe and sustainable long-term recovery.
Our women’s IOP provides a structured, supportive environment three days a week, designed to help clients process real-world challenges, deepen clinical progress, and maintain drive in recovery. Sessions begin at 9 a.m., and transportation is provided to ease the trip to and from sessions. Each three-hour session fits around personal or professional obligations, blending evidence-based therapy, peer connection, and practical skill-building into a schedule women can sustain long-term.
We address the distinct psychological and relational dynamics women face, creating a safe space to process underlying trauma, relational stress, and societal pressures. Using evidence-based modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), our therapists help clients build emotional resilience, set healthy boundaries, and develop effective stress management strategies.
Client care is led by a compassionate, multidisciplinary team of licensed psychologists, addiction specialists, and trained staff dedicated to specialized women’s health. Adding a deep layer of empathy and authenticity, our program is also staffed by women in long-term recovery and active community members who walk alongside you every step of the way.
We address the biological, psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions of healing in every aspect of care. Our framework integrates biological support through medication management support and nutrition, evidence-based psychological therapies such as CBT and DBT, social connection through family therapy and peer groups, and spiritual wellness through mindfulness and somatic practices.
Interactive support groups and individual sessions focus on practical, real-world application, helping women establish healthy daily routines and accountability. Clients learn actionable techniques for time management, stress reduction, financial stability, and maintaining recovery while balancing work, school, or home life.
Active family involvement is a cornerstone of sustainable healing, helping clients build a supportive home environment for long-term sobriety and growth. Our goal is to see clients reunited with their loved ones, restoring healthy bonds and open communication. Clinicians guide families and clients through this process by managing realistic expectations and honoring personal boundaries. Clients open to it receive weekly family therapy sessions, while others receive monthly support and education instead.
Recovery thrives in a community of shared understanding, where women can break through isolation and heal alongside peers who truly comprehend their unique challenges. This strong sense of sisterhood creates a judgment-free sanctuary where vulnerability is met with empathy, fostering lifelong bonds of mutual accountability and support.
The program at Honeycomb Wellness Center operates under full state licensing and holds accreditation from leading national healthcare bodies. These credentials reflect adherence to the highest clinical standards in addiction and mental health treatment.
Rigorous certifications ensure our multidisciplinary clinicians are highly trained in implementing evidence-based psychotherapies, somatic practices, and dual-diagnosis protocols for women. By combining specialized clinical expertise with compassionate care, our team directly addresses the underlying psychological drivers of addiction and the complex physical recovery process.
Our clinicians are fully credentialed in gold-standard behavioral therapies and deliver CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing throughout care. These structured, clinically proven modalities help women identify ingrained thought patterns, process complex emotions, and develop practical relapse prevention strategies.
Committed to treating the whole person, our team integrates evidence-backed somatic tools, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and experiential healing modalities such as yoga, guided outdoor hiking, and acupuncture. These integrative practices help regulate the nervous system, release stored physical trauma, and cultivate deep internal balance alongside traditional clinical care.
We look beyond surface behaviors to address the underlying mental health conditions that often drive substance use. These include depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), personality disorders, and mood disorders, each requiring its own attention alongside the addiction itself. By integrating psychiatric care with specialized group counseling, we treat both aspects together so women can build toward true emotional balance and long-term healing.
Our substance use disorder treatment addresses both opioid use disorder and alcohol use disorder, each requiring a distinct clinical approach. Opioid use disorder often involves both physical dependence and significant emotional dysregulation. Treatment combines relapse prevention planning with coordination alongside outside prescribers for clients managing medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
Alcohol use disorder frequently develops alongside unaddressed stress, anxiety, or grief, and treatment targets those causes directly rather than the drinking alone. Women build emotional regulation skills and practical coping tools that hold up under real-world pressure. Group and individual sessions also help clients recognize personal triggers early, before they escalate into a full return to drinking.
Recovery at our facility extends well beyond scheduled sessions or clinical hours. Women build lasting bonds through group therapy and group counseling, developing coping strategies alongside peers who understand the same daily struggles. That connection continues through a strong alumni network, where former clients stay engaged and offer support long after completing treatment.
Family plays an active role throughout this process as well. Loved ones are included as emergency contacts from day one and encouraged to engage in treatment planning and education alongside each client. This shared involvement helps build a support system that carries recovery forward long after the program ends and into daily life after treatment.
Taking the first step toward recovery at Honeycomb Wellness Center allows you to break free from the cycle of addiction. It’s a chance to reclaim full ownership of your life. Our women’s IOP provides a resilient framework of clinical support, peer connection, and personal empowerment where genuine healing can flourish.
Through flexible, evidence-based care, you can build unshakeable coping strategies while maintaining your career, personal goals, and family life. Reaching out for help connects you to the expert care and community you need for lasting recovery. That community continues through our alumni network, offering support well into your long-term future.
IOP is ideal for women who need structured, high-level clinical support for substance use or co-occurring mental health disorders while maintaining daily personal responsibilities. It’s also well suited for clients stepping down from PHP or inpatient care, since the transition benefits from continued clinical oversight. Women who have recently completed withdrawal management often find this level of care a natural next step as well.
Program length varies based on individual progress and treatment goals, typically ranging from three months to six months. Most women move through IOP after completing around 30 days of PHP, continuing until they achieve clinical stabilization and solid relapse-prevention skills. Case management maintains close engagement throughout this phase, helping secure a safe, grounded transition into standard outpatient care.
Most major commercial insurance plans cover intensive outpatient programs for substance abuse and addiction. Our admissions team provides complimentary, confidential insurance verification to help you maximize your benefits and understand any out-of-pocket costs before admission. Reaching out early in the process gives you a clearer picture of what to expect before treatment begins.
IOP delivers comprehensive, evidence-based therapy and group support without full residential stays. It allows women to receive consistent clinical care, psychoeducation, and build strong peer support while living at home. Our IOP empowers them to apply recovery skills immediately, pursue personal goals, and maintain their work and family commitments.
